2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. soft butter
2 eggs

Mix all ingredients except flour. Slowly add flour until makes a ball. For best results, chill half hour or more. Roll out on floured surface. Use any type cookie cutter (we prefer reindeer in our family). Place on cookie sheets sprayed with Pam.

Bake at 350°F until edges are brown. Cool on rack for frosting.